Drakes Branch public meetings in 2024
30 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for self-storage warehouses on Peery Drive, a rezoning at 202 Milnwood Road, a Dominion Energy maintenance facility, and a zoning text amendment to regulate fences in residential districts. The commission will also consider minutes from November and accept public comments on non-agenda items.
- CUP24-007: conditional use permit for four 35,310 sq ft self-storage buildings (181 units each) and two 8,250 sq ft buildings on 17.204 acres at west edge of Peery Drive
- REZ24-003: rezoning 0.627 acres at 202 Milnwood Road from R-1 to B-3
- CUP24-008: conditional use permit for Dominion Energy for a public maintenance facility on East Third Street and Milnwood Road (six parcels)
- ZTA24-001: zoning text amendment to add Section 29-35.b.5 regulating fence location and height in residential districts
- Approval of minutes from the November 20, 2024 regular meeting
The Farmville Planning Commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a self-storage facility on Peery Drive, with a condition limiting customer operating hours to 6:30 AM–10:00 PM. It also recommended rezoning 0.627 acres at 202 Milnwood Road from R-1 to B-3 for Dominion Energy expansion, and approved a related CUP for a maintenance facility with conditions. A zoning text amendment regulating fences in residential districts was also recommended for approval.
- Recommended approval of CUP24-007 for self-storage on Peery Drive with operating hours condition (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of REZ24-003 to rezone 0.627 acres at 202 Milnwood Road from R-1 to B-3 (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of CUP24-008 for Dominion Energy maintenance facility with conditions (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of ZTA-24-001 to add fence regulations in residential districts (unanimous)
- Approved November 20, 2024 minutes as presented (unanimous)
- Adopted agenda with no corrections (unanimous)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for a mobile restaurant. The body is also reviewing updates to the employee policy handbook and the pay and classification plan.
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 2024-12-01 for a mobile restaurant at Griffin Blvd/Redford St
- Approval of updated Employee Policy and Procedures Handbook
- Approval of updated Pay and Classification Plan
- Authorization to advertise 2025 Town Council meeting dates
The Farmville Town Council approved Resolution No. 2024-12-01 granting Anthony Sprague a conditional use permit for a mobile restaurant at the northwest corner of Griffin Boulevard and Redford Street, with conditions. The council also approved an updated Employee Policy and Procedures Handbook, an updated Pay and Classification Plan, and authorized advertising the 2025 meeting dates. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-12-01 for a mobile restaurant conditional use permit (7-0)
- Approved updated Employee Policy and Procedures Handbook (7-0)
- Approved updated Pay and Classification Plan (7-0)
- Authorized advertisement of 2025 Town Council meeting dates (7-0)
- Approved Finance Report for October and November 2024 (unanimous)
- Adopted agenda and consent agenda (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a conditional use permit for a mobile restaurant and updates to employee pay and policy handbooks. The body will also review water and wastewater rate reports and tap fees.
- Conditional use permit for a mobile restaurant at Griffin Blvd/Redford St (Resolution No. 2024-12-01)
- Employee Policy and Procedures Handbook update
- Pay and Classification Plan update
- Water and Sewer Tap Fees
- The 35th Annual Virginia Water & Wastewater Rate Report 2023 by TRC
The Farmville Town Council held a work session on December 4, 2024, discussing several items but taking no formal votes. They reviewed a conditional use permit for a mobile restaurant at Griffin Boulevard/Redford Street, an employee handbook update, a pay and classification plan update, and water/sewer tap fees. The council also agreed to cancel the January 1, 2025 work session and held a closed session for legal consultation.
- Agenda adopted as presented (unanimous)
- Closed session held under Va. Code 2.2-3711 A.8 (7-0)
- January 1, 2025 work session cancelled (consensus)
- Council retreat set for one day (consensus)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Anthony Sprague's request for a conditional use permit to allow a mobile restaurant at the northwest corner of Griffin Boulevard and Redford Street (parcel 0023A03(11)10-004), zoned R-3 High Density Residential. The commission will also discuss a proposed fence ordinance as old business. Other items include approval of past meeting minutes and staff updates.
- Public hearing for CUP24-006: conditional use permit for a mobile restaurant at Griffin Boulevard and Redford Street
- Property is parcel 0023A03(11)10-004, zoned R-3 High Density Residential
- Discussion of a fence ordinance under old business
- Approval of minutes from June 20, July 17, and August 21, 2024
- Public participation on non-agenda items
Town Council
The Town Council will receive a presentation on the FY2023-2024 audit report and consider its acceptance. Members will also discuss proposed changes to the fence ordinance and water and sewer tap rebate ordinances.
- FY2023-2024 Audit Report presentation by Brown, Edwards & Company, L.L.P.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 234 regarding Section 29-35(b) of Article IV of Chapter 29 - Fences
- Water and Sewer Tap Rebate Ordinances
- Zion Subdivision (Layne Street) discussion
- September 2024 Finance Report
Planning Commission
The Town of Farmville Planning Commission will meet to consider a conditional use permit request. The commission will review a proposal to allow an accessory dwelling unit on a residential property.
- Public hearing for CUP24-005: conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 106 Jay’s Road
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings on updating erosion and sediment control regulations and establishing a land bank entity. The body will also discuss several budget resolutions regarding fund transfers and carry-forward amounts from FY24 to FY25.
- Ordinance No. 230: Adding Article VI – Land Bank Entity to Chapter 6
- Ordinance No. 237: Updating Chapter 10 – Erosion and Sediment Control
- Resolution No. 2024-10-01: Transferring funds within General Fund and Street Maintenance Fund
- Resolution No. 2024-10-03: Amending FY25 budget to include additional ARPA revenue
- Resolution No. 2024-10-04: Allocating funds for splashpad bathroom construction budget deficit
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a proposed amendment to fence regulations (Ordinance No. 234) and vote on Ordinance No. 237, which updates erosion and sediment control language. They will review the Zion Subdivision preliminary plat and site plan for Layne Street, and consider an updated Farmville Area Bus Title VI Plan. A letter from Brown, Edwards & Company, L.L.P. will be received, and the council will discuss adding a bathroom to the splashpad.
- Ordinance No. 237 – repeal and replace Chapter 10 erosion and sediment control language
- Zion Subdivision Preliminary Plat/Site Plan Review (Layne Street)
- Updated Farmville Area Bus Title VI Plan
- Letter from Brown, Edwards & Company, L.L.P., Certified Public Accountants
- Discussion: Bathroom build at the splashpad
Town Council
The Town Council will consider adopting an ordinance to rezone approximately 0.278 acres from B-3 to R-2 at the southeast corner of Georgia Street and Monroe Street. The meeting will also include the adoption of the agenda, consent agenda items, and the August 2024 Finance Report.
- Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 236 to rezone 0.278 acres from B-3 to R-2
- Adoption of August 2024 Finance Report
- Approval of draft minutes from August 7, 2024, and August 14, 2024
- Public Comment Period
- Request to Adopt Ordinance No. 236
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Farmville Town Council will meet to review a finance report, discuss two proposed ordinances (Land Bank and a rezoning near Georgia and Monroe Streets), and hear the Town Manager's report. The meeting is procedural with no votes scheduled.
- Discussion on Ordinance No. 230 - Farmville Land Bank
- Discussion on Ordinance No. 236 - rezone 0.278 acres at Georgia Street and Monroe Street intersection
- Finance Director report
- Town Manager's report
The Farmville Town Council discussed Ordinance No. 230, which would create a land bank entity to handle condemnable properties, and reached consensus to hold a public hearing and vote on the topic. The council also reviewed a rezoning request for a parcel at Georgia and Monroe Streets, with a public hearing scheduled for September 11, 2024. No formal votes were taken on these items during the work session.
- Consensus to move forward with public hearing on land bank ordinance (Ordinance No. 230)
- Scheduled public hearing for rezoning of 0.278 acres at Georgia and Monroe Streets (September 11, 2024)
- Adopted agenda as presented
- Adjourned meeting at 6:54 PM
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to determine a recommendation to Town Council regarding a zoning change. The proposal involves rezoning 0.278 acres from B-3 to R-2.
- Public hearing for REZ24-002: rezoning 0.278 acres from B-3 to R-2 at the southeast corner of Georgia Street and Monroe Street (parcel 110AV(02)00-049A)
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of rezoning case REZ24-002 to the Town Council, which would change approximately 0.278 acres at the southeast corner of Georgia and Monroe Streets from B-3 Highway Commercial to R-2 Medium Density Residential. No public comments were received. The commission also noted that a restaurant project (POD24-001) is moving to the permitting stage and that ZTA24-001 was sent back for further review.
- Recommended approval of rezoning REZ24-002 (0.278 acres from B-3 to R-2) to Town Council (unanimous)
- Adopted agenda with no corrections (unanimous)
- Opened and closed public hearing REZ24-002 with no public comments (unanimous)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances regarding zoning and licenses. The body will also review proposals for a wastewater plant upgrade and a lead pipe survey.
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 234 (Zoning and Subdivision)
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 235 (Licenses and Permits)
- Resolution No. 2024-08-01 regarding equipment financing
- Wastewater plant upgrade proposal
- Lead pipe survey proposal
The Farmville Town Council voted 6-1 to send Ordinance No. 234, a proposed fencing ordinance, back to the Planning Commission for further review. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 235, which updates business license regulations, and approved resolutions for equipment financing and wastewater plant upgrades. The meeting included reports from the county administrator and public comments on the fence ordinance and traffic concerns.
- Sent fence ordinance (No. 234) back to Planning Commission (6-1)
- Adopted business license ordinance (No. 235) (7-0)
- Approved equipment financing resolution up to $776,500 at 4.52% (7-0)
- Approved wastewater plant upgrade proposal, option 1 for cost savings (7-0)
- Approved lead pipe survey proposal (7-0)
- Accepted consent agenda and finance report (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Farmville Town Council will review finance reports, wastewater upgrades, and lead pipe surveys. They will also discuss two proposed ordinances: one on fences and another on business licenses. A new restaurant site plan will be reviewed.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 234 - Fences
- Proposed Ordinance No. 235 - Business Licenses
- Update on Wastewater Plant Upgrade
- Update on New Restaurant Site Plan
- Update on Lead Pipe Survey
The Farmville Town Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed a potential $2.5-3.5 million UV wastewater treatment upgrade, a $112,500 lead pipe survey proposal, and a proposed fence ordinance. No decisions were made; items will be brought forward at future meetings.
- Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Entered closed session for legal consultation (7-0)
- Certified closed session compliance (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Farmville Town Council will hold public hearings on proposed zoning changes, including a rezoning along Griffin Boulevard from High Street to Edmunds Street and new rules for mobile restaurants in the R-3 district. Members will also review conditional use permits for an auto repair shop at 513 East Third Street and a residential accessory dwelling unit at 1406 Spottswood Drive. The council will consider updates to parking meter regulations and Comprehensive Plan amendments, which would change local land use rules and permit requirements if approved.
- Ordinance No. 231: Amends zoning rules to allow mobile restaurants by conditional use permit in the R-3 district
- Ordinance No. 232: Rezoning properties along Griffin Boulevard from High Street to Edmunds Street
- Resolution No. 2024-07-02: Conditional use permit for an automobile repair service at 513 East Third Street (0.836-acre B-2 site)
- Resolution No. 2024-07-03: Conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 1406 Spottswood Drive (4.500-acre R-1 site)
- Ordinance No. 228: Amends Chapter 15 to update parking meter regulations
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Commission will review several requests including a conditional use permit for an automobile repair service at 513 East Third Street. Other items include a request for an accessory dwelling unit at 1406 Spottswood Drive and proposed zoning changes for the R-3 district and Griffin Boulevard.
- Conditional use permit for automobile repair at 513 East Third Street
- Conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 1406 Spottswood Drive
- Zoning amendment to allow restaurants or mobile homes by CUP in R-3 districts
- Rezoning of properties along Griffin Boulevard from R-1 to R-3
- Resolution 2024-07-01 to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a conditional use permit for a utility scale solar facility by High Bridge Solar, LLC. The agenda also includes updates to the Farmville Land Bank and zoning amendments regarding sidewalks.
- Conditional use permit for High Bridge Solar, LLC utility scale solar facility on 131 acres near Cedar Avenue
- Ordinance No. 230 amending Chapter 6 to include Farmville Land Bank articles
- High Bridge Solar, LLC Siting Agreement
- Ordinance No. 233 regarding zoning and subdivision amendments for sidewalks
- Resolution No. 2024-06-02 regarding Allowable Cost Policy - Federal Regulations
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a draft policy regarding allowable costs under federal regulations and a proposed ordinance to amend the parking meter division. The council will also consider a memorandum of understanding with Prince Edward County for P25 radio project upgrades.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 228 amending Parking Meter Division
- Memorandum of Understanding with Prince Edward County for P25 Radio Project
- Discussion of Allowable Cost Policy regarding Federal Regulations
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will consider the FY 2024-2025 Town Budget and a five-year capital improvement plan. Public hearings are scheduled for changes to motor vehicle ordinances, including the operation of golf carts and utility vehicles. The council will also review intersection improvements at S Main St. and Griffin Blvd.
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 229 regarding golf cart and utility vehicle operation
- Adoption of the FY 2024-2025 Town Budget
- Revised scope for S Main St. and Griffin Blvd. intersection improvement project
- New delinquent meals tax policy proposal
- Property lease approval with Better Days Southside Virginia
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a proposed ordinance regarding a land bank entity and receivership for condemnable properties. The meeting also includes discussions on delinquent meals tax policy and conditional use permits.
- Presentation by VDOT on Smart Scale Projects
- Proposed Ordinance No. 230 regarding Land Bank Entity and Receivership
- Discussion on Delinquent Meals Tax Policy (Draft)
- Discussion on Conditional Use Permits
- Closed Session for real property acquisition or disposition
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The commission will hold public hearings on proposed changes to town zoning regarding fences and sidewalks in residential districts. They will also review a conditional use permit request for a 131-acre solar facility at Cedar Avenue.
- Proposed regulations for fence height and location in residential districts
- Proposed sidewalk construction requirements for R-1, R-2, and R-3 districts
- Conditional use permit request for a 131-acre solar facility by High Bridge Solar, LLC
Town Council
The Council will hold public hearings regarding the adoption of the FY 2024-2025 Town Budget and the Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes a proclamation for National Poetry Month and a closed session to discuss candidates for the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
- Public hearing for FY 2024-2025 Town Budget (Resolution No. 2024-04-01)
- Public hearing for Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution No. 2024-04-02)
- Proclamation recognizing April as National Poetry Month
- Closed session to consider candidates for Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals appointments
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will review the proposed FY 2024-2025 Town Budget and several ordinances. New business includes a conditional use permit for High Bridge Solar, LLC and proposed zoning changes regarding residential sidewalks and fences.
- Proposed FY 2024-2025 Town Budget
- Ordinance No. 228 - Amending Parking Meter Division
- Ordinance No. 229 - Golf Cart Longwood University
- High Bridge Solar, LLC - Conditional Use Permit
- Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments for residential sidewalks and fences
Town Council
The Council will review a presentation on the proposed FY2024-2025 Town Budget. The agenda also includes requests to adopt revised financial policies and a regional hazard mitigation plan.
- Presentation of proposed FY2024-2025 Town Budget
- Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-03-01, Revised Financial Policies
- Approval of FY2024-2025 Local Choice Health Insurance Rates
- Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-03-02, Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Farmville Police Department updates and promotions
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will review monthly financial reports and updated financial policies. The meeting includes discussions regarding proposed parking citation changes and golf cart code references for Longwood University facilities. The council will also address the FY25 Local Choice Health Benefits renewal.
- Proposed parking citation changes
- Updated Town of Farmville Financial Policies
- Local Choice Health Benefits Renewal FY25
- Longwood University facility golf cart code references
- Monthly financial report from Finance Director Julie Moore
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request from Walmart Real Estate regarding signage at 1800 Peery Drive. The application seeks additional wall signs and increases to the maximum allowable sign area in the B-3 District. The board will also review minutes from the January 25, 2024 meeting.
- Variance for 15 additional wall signs at 1800 Peery Drive
- Request for a 339.79 square foot variance to the 100 square foot maximum sign area
- Request for a 534.79 square foot variance to total signage allowed in the B-3 District
- Consideration of January 25, 2024 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will consider a resolution to amend the FY2023-2024 budget. This includes recording revenue and expenditures related to a Bank of America Lease Purchase for the ABM Project. The council will also review annual reports from the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
- Resolution No. 2024-02-01: Amend FY2023-2024 Town Budget ($30,454,150)
- ABM Project Bank of America Lease Purchase ($4,896,000)
- Resolution No. 2024-02-02: Write off $553.32 in taxes, penalties, and interest
- Phase 1 River Walk Project discussion
- Planning Commission 2023 Annual Report approval
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Town Council will review monthly financial reports and a presentation by Davenport & Company. The agenda includes presentations regarding public safety radio and projected revenues for FY2024-2025. Additionally, there will be an update on Phase I of the Riverwalk Project and a discussion on the Planned Unit Development Ordinance.
- Monthly financial report from Finance Director Julie Moore
- Financial review presentation by Davenport & Company
- Public safety radio presentation
- FY2024-2025 projected revenues presentation
- Phase I Riverwalk Project update
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for additional wall signs at 1800 Peery Drive. The board will also conduct elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Additionally, the meeting includes consideration of the 2024 meeting schedule and the 2023 annual report.
- Variance request for 15 additional wall signs at 1800 Peery Drive
- Increase in maximum sign area from 100 to 339.79 square feet
- Increase in total signage allowed from 150 to 534.79 square feet
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Adoption of the 2024 standing meeting schedule
Planning Commission
The Farmville Planning Commission will hold its annual organizational meeting to elect a chairperson, vice-chairperson, and secretary. The commission will also consider adopting the 2023 annual report, 2024 goals, and the 2024 meeting schedule.
- Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
- Adoption of 2023 Annual Report and 2024 goals
- Adoption of 2024 meeting dates
Town Council
The Town Council will review the December 2023 finance report and draft minutes from previous meetings. The council will also consider adopting a Code of Ethics and Conduct and an Ethics Pledge. Presentations are scheduled regarding emergency medical services and a 25-year anniversary.
- Adoption of the Code of Ethics and Conduct and Ethics Pledge
- Reappointment to the Farmville Industrial Development Authority
- Presentation for 25-Year Anniversary by Captain Bill Hogan and Steven Broadwater
- Presentation by Amber Wells, Office of Emergency Medical Services
- December 2023 Finance Report